# WhoSampled vs Dawnbeat

The clearest difference is rating: WhoSampled at 4.9 against Dawnbeat's 4.2. WhoSampled also leads on ratings volume (8.5K vs 112). Dawnbeat's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (71% vs 62%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WhoSampled sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Dawnbeat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WhoSampled holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WhoSampled has 8.5K ratings behind it against 112, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of WhoSampled's written reviews are positive against 71% of Dawnbeat's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

WhoSampled ships an update every 4 months, Dawnbeat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WhoSampled | Dawnbeat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whosampled/id529092671/reviews)** | [4.2 (112 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawnbeat-sampler/id6443720584/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | 112 |
| Positive reviews | 61.9% of reviews | **70.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 504 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WhoSampled](https://appshunter.io/developer/529092674) | [Luis Rivas](https://appshunter.io/developer/599309613) |

## What reviewers say

### WhoSampled

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whosampled/id529092671)

Explore the connections within music by discovering samples, covers, and remixes. Scan music playing around you or your library to uncover the DNA of your favorite tracks and artists. Access a vast database of musical knowledge and delve deeper into the music you love.

**Highlights:** Scan music to find samples, covers, and remixes, Connect to Spotify and Apple Music libraries, Access a large database of music DNA, Compare songs and listen to full tracks, Detailed sample information, Music charts and recommendations, Save favorites

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Track ID | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Incredible resource for music lovers
- 🔍 Helps discover new music through samples
- 📚 Extensive database of samples and covers
- 🎶 Useful for DJs and producers
- 🔗 Good integration with music streaming services

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Misleading pricing with hidden subscription fees
- 🤖 Outdated and clunky user interface
- 🔍 Incomplete database, missing some music
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes, especially with Spotify integration
- 🚫 Restricted functionality without subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors when scanning Spotify
- Audio not working on sample videos
- Login issues with Spotify and other accounts

**Requested features**

- iPad app optimization
- More advanced search and filtering options
- Ability to submit new samples and covers
- Smoother transitions between songs and samples
- Background music playback while browsing


### Dawnbeat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawnbeat-sampler/id6443720584)

This app lets you create music by sampling and sequencing audio. It offers advanced features like multi-touch pads, an always-recording buffer, and flexible routing for creative sound manipulation. Integrate with external MIDI devices and apply a wide range of built-in and AUv3 effects.

**Highlights:** Multi-touch and draggable pads, Always-recording buffer (Memorizer), Advanced loop manipulation (BRIIKS), Flexible mixer with assignable busses, Polyphonic pads for chords, MIDI IN/OUT for external control, AUv3 effects and instrument support, Auto-slicer for audio chopping

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dawn Beat Complete | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WhoSampled free?

WhoSampled is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dawnbeat free?

Dawnbeat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WhoSampled or Dawnbeat?

WhoSampled is rated higher. WhoSampled averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8.5K ratings, while Dawnbeat averages 4.2 from 112 ratings.

### Do WhoSampled or Dawnbeat have ads?

Neither WhoSampled nor Dawnbeat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WhoSampled or Dawnbeat?

WhoSampled ships an update every 4 months, and Dawnbeat every 3 weeks. Most recently, WhoSampled was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dawnbeat on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*